District of Columbia Code Division VIII. General Laws. § 44-105.06. Privacy and confidentiality.

(1) To access their ALA and healthcare records on demand;

(2) To have their records kept confidential and released only in accordance with their informed uncoerced consent in accordance with District and federal law;

(3) To have their records maintained during their residency;

(4) To have their records maintained for up to 3 years after discharge or death; and

(5) To have any case discussion, consultation, examination, or treatment of the resident be kept confidential.